Use and Care Manual

Periodic Service
10-9
 Be sure to refit the cower with the arrow (on
the rear of cower ) upright if the cover is
improperly fitted the evacuator valve will not
function and dust will adhere to the element.
◆ Evacuator Valve
Open the air cleaner cover once a week under
ordinary conditions –or daily when used in a dusty
place-to get rid of large particles of dust and dirt.
Check fuel line and fuel filter.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury:
 Be sure to stop the engine and remove the
key when attempting to make the following
checks and changes.
 Never fail to check the fuel lines
periodically the fuel lines are subject to
wear and aging fuel may leak out onto the
running engine causing a fire.
 The fuel line connections should be
checked annually or every 100 service
hours whichever comes first.
1. Park the vehicle on a flat surface and raise
the cargo bed.
2. The fuel line is made of rubble and ages
regardless of service period.
3. If the fuel line and clamps are found to be
damaged or deteriorated replace them.
4. Check fuel filter if it is clogged by debris or
contaminated with water replace it.
IMPORTANT
When the fuel line is disconnected for
maintenance or repair, close both ends of the fuel
line with a piece of clean cloth or paper to prevent
dust and dirt from entering. Particular, care must
be taken not to admit dust and dirt into the fuel
pump entrance. Even a small amount of dust or
dirt cause premature wear and malfunction of
the fuel pump and injector components.
① Fuel pump ② Fuel line
③ Exit pipe
■ Checking battery condition
DANGER
If you store a battery in a diminished state
of charge you will probably have to replace
the battery.
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury
 Never remove the battery while the
engine is running.
 Keep electrolyte away from eyes, hands
and clothes. If you are spattered with it,
wash it away completely with water
immediately and get medical attention.
 Wear eye protection and rubber gloves
when working around the battery.
The factory –installed battery is non-
refillable type if the battery is weak, charge
the battery or replace it with new one.
◆ Battery charging